{"product_id":"vintage-samsun-turkish-azeri-rug-11x9-344x278-16169","title":"Vintage Samsun Turkish Azeri Rug 11 × 9 ft (344 × 278 cm) Indigo Blue | 16169","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Collection · Vintage Samsun · Azeri \/ Sarouk-Mahal Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003eVintage Samsun Turkish Azeri Rug\u003cbr\u003e344 × 278 cm · Indigo Blue, Rust \u0026amp; Ivory\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eFinest hand-spun Turkish wool in a deep indigo-blue field — a piece from one of the great Turkish weaving programmes of the late twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eProvenance and Knotting Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamsun Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a golden era of Turkish carpet weaving in the late 1990s, named after the Black Sea city of Samsun. These rugs are regarded as among the finest produced in Turkey in the late twentieth century, celebrated for their luminous lustre, dense construction and dignified colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece draws on the \u003cstrong\u003eAzeri design tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e within the broader \u003cstrong\u003eSarouk-Mahal\u003c\/strong\u003e family of Persian floral designs that travelled westward in the nineteenth century and were reinterpreted across the Turkish and Caucasian weaving regions. It was hand-knotted in \u003cstrong\u003efinest hand-spun Turkish wool on a wool foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cstrong\u003eTurkish (Ghiordes) knot\u003c\/strong\u003e, dyed with \u003cstrong\u003emineral and vegetable pigments\u003c\/strong\u003e for a depth that only matures with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is built around a deep, gently abrashed \u003cstrong\u003eindigo-blue field\u003c\/strong\u003e — a confident, saturated ground that is unusual and highly collectible in this design family. A small \u003cstrong\u003eivory-and-rust central medallion\u003c\/strong\u003e floats at the centre, surrounded by an open scatter of \u003cstrong\u003efloral sprays and curling vines\u003c\/strong\u003e in rust-red, terracotta, navy, ivory and soft sage. The composition is framed by a broad \u003cstrong\u003eivory main border\u003c\/strong\u003e carrying a striking \u003cstrong\u003eflowering-tree and serrated-leaf motif\u003c\/strong\u003e, set between rust-red guard stripes. The blue ground keeps the whole piece calm and architectural while the warm florals give it life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e344 × 278 cm (9.6 m²)\u003c\/strong\u003e this is an extra-large room-size piece. Three contexts in which the Samsun reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacious living room:\u003c\/strong\u003e anchoring a generous sofa group, the indigo-and-rust palette adds warmth and craft to interiors with natural materials — wood, leather, linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrand dining hall:\u003c\/strong\u003e under a long table for eight to ten, the central medallion reads as an architectural element from above; the dense pile keeps chairs elegantly on the rug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExecutive office or reception room:\u003c\/strong\u003e the legendary durability of Samsun construction makes the rug a confident choice for high-traffic, high-spec environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e344 × 278 cm (11.3 × 9.1 ft) · 9.6 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAzeri \/ Sarouk-Mahal — central medallion, floral field, flowering-tree border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted in Samsun, Turkey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eTechnique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted, Turkish (Ghiordes) knot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (pile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% finest hand-spun Turkish wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eFoundation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eWool, vegetable and mineral dyed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eIndigo-blue field; rust, navy, ivory, sage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVintage, late 1990s (approx. 30 years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVery good, professionally cleaned, minimal vintage wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e#16169\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the Samsun Collection?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eSamsun is a city on the Turkish Black Sea coast that gave its name to a celebrated weaving programme of the late 1990s. Samsun rugs are known for finest hand-spun wool, dense knotting and a dignified, naturally-dyed palette — widely regarded as among the best Turkish production of that era. They reinterpret classical Persian designs (here the Azeri \/ Sarouk-Mahal idiom) in robust, long-lasting Turkish construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the blue field unusual?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eYes. Sarouk-Mahal and Azeri floral designs most often appear on red or ivory grounds; a deep, saturated indigo-blue field like this one is comparatively rare and especially sought after, since the blue gives the warm florals a calm, almost architectural setting. The gentle abrash (tonal shift) across the blue is a hallmark of hand-spun, naturally-dyed wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow do I care for a vintage hand-knotted wool rug?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eRegular vacuuming without a beater bar is the basic care — vacuum in the direction of the pile. On smooth floors we recommend an anti-slip underlay. Blot spills immediately with cold water and a light cotton cloth, never rub. For a piece of this size we recommend professional hand washing every few years. Hand-spun, naturally-dyed wool is naturally resilient and ages beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eA Verified Source · Trust and Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian has been a trusted name in fine Oriental rugs since 1967, with roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran. We are a \u003cstrong\u003everified seller on 1stDibs since 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a 5.0 \/ 5 rating across 18 reviews and “Recognized Dealer” standing. Our rugs have featured in international productions, including the film \u003cem\u003eSpencer\u003c\/em\u003e (2021) with Kristen Stewart. Every piece is accompanied by a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Sourcing · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a \u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP certified dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e for fair-trade knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVisit the Label STEP entry for Djoharian Teppiche →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eService and Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Djoharian Collection is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main, professionally washed and shipped with a certificate of authenticity. Secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, and personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  1stDibs Recognized Dealer  |  Label STEP Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52689353670923,"sku":"16169","price":8290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/vintage-samsun-turkish-rug-11x9-living-room-salmon-blue-16169.jpg?v=1772194926","url":"https:\/\/the-rug-merchant.com\/en\/products\/vintage-samsun-turkish-azeri-rug-11x9-344x278-16169","provider":"Djoharian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}